The Goddard School of Clarksburg
FREDERICK RD, BOYDS, MD 20841Childery Rating: 5/5
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Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.5 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.5 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.5 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 5 (out of 5) and NAEYC accreditation. Structural quality reflects a license in good standing. The structural rating also includes Maryland's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. Maryland caps infant ratios at 1:3, toddler ratios at 1:3, and preschool ratios at 1:10. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 12 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Maryland EXCELS Level 5 (Max 5) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 325
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:3 6 Toddlers 1:3 9 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (7), Children's Records & Files (2), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (2). Of 13 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Jun 23, 202510 Findings1 Critical9 Important
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Has 1 Staff Member Present Who the OCC Has Not Received Fingerprinting…13A.16.07.06A
At the time of this inspection the facility has 1 staff member present who the OCC has not received fingerprinting results for. The facility also had another staff member who releases has not been cleared working with children. The LS required these staff members to not have access to children until
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Has 5 Emergency Cards That Are Missing Information13A.16.03.04C
At the time of this inspection the facility has 5 emergency cards that are missing information. The facility is to review all children's emergency cards to ensure all lines are completed. The facility is to submit a statement when this is completed as well as evidence of those who were missing at th
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Has at Least 11 Children Missing Proper Lead Screening Documentation13A.16.03.04E
At the time of this inspection the facility has at least 11 children missing proper lead screening documentation. The facility is to review all children files to ensure this documents is present for all children. The facility is to submit evidence of missing records (list provided to facility) to th
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Is Missing Completed Orientations for 7 Staff Member13A.16.06.02
At the time of this inspection the facility is missing completed orientations for 7 staff member. The facility is to ensure these are completed and submit evidence to the LS.
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Is Missing Completed Medicals for 13 Staff Members13A.16.06.04A(1)
At the time of this inspection the facility is missing completed medicals for 13 staff members. The facility is to have the missing information completed and submit evidence to the LS.
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Has 1 Staff Member Overdue for Their 5 Year Medical Evaluation13A.16.06.04A(4)
At the time of this inspection the facility has 1 staff member overdue for their 5 year medical evaluation. The facility is to obtain evidence this has been completed and submit evidence to the LS.
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Is Missing Completed Training for 1 Staff Member for Their 2023-2024…13A.16.06.12B(1)
At the time of this inspection the facility is missing completed training for 1 staff member for their 2023-2024 training year. The facility is to ensure this training is completed, documented on the professional development plan and submit evidence of both to the LS.
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Had 55 School Age Children in One Group13A.16.08.03C(2)
At the time of this inspection the facility had 55 school age children in one group. The facility attempted to group the children off but were short by 3 staff members. The facility stated 3 staff were late coming to the facilility for their shift. The facility is to ensure that proper ratios are ma
- At the Time of This Inspection Room 115 Had a Spray Bottle Labeled Bleach and Water on the Counter Where the Children…13A.16.10.04A
At the time of this inspection Room 115 had a spray bottle labeled bleach and water on the counter where the children wash their hands. The LS requested this to be made inaccessible to children immediately.
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Has Three Child Who Require Medication That Do Not Have Authorization Forms13A.16.11.04A(1)(a)
At the time of this inspection the facility has three child who require medication that do not have authorization forms. The facility is to obtain this missing information and submit evidence to the LS.
Jun 10, 20243 Findings3 Important
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Has 1 Preschool Lead Qualified Staff Member Who Needs to Complete the 3hr…13A.16.06.09A(5)
At the time of this inspection the facility has 1 preschool lead qualified staff member who needs to complete the 3hr basic health and safety course as well as 1 staff member who needs to complete the 1.5 Basic health and safety updated training.
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Was Missing 23-24 Training for 2 Preschool Lead Teachers13A.16.06.09C
At the time of this inspection the facility was missing 23-24 training for 2 preschool lead teachers. The facility is to have the staff complete the required training, documented on the professional development plan and submit evidence to the LS.
- At the Time of This Inspection the Facility Was Missing 23-24 Training Hours for 1 School Age Qualified Staff Member13A.16.06.10C(1)
At the time of this inspection the facility was missing 23-24 training hours for 1 school age qualified staff member. The facility is to ensure the staff complete this required training, document on the professional development plan and submit evidence to the LS.
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